as in promptly
without delay
if we don't leave immediately, we'll be late for the concert
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Recent Examples of immediately
Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
The Hollywood Reporter did not immediately hear back from reps for Perry or Rose about the police investigation on Wednesday.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 15 Apr. 2026
Remove immediately from the churning bowl.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Any man who shows you pictures of his nonna’s flower garden immediately...run, girl.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2026
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Adverb
Dateline Resources did not immediately respond to messages seeking comment.
—Alex Wigglesworth, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
The Hollywood Reporter did not immediately hear back from reps for Perry or Rose about the police investigation on Wednesday.
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 15 Apr. 2026
Remove immediately from the churning bowl.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Any man who shows you pictures of his nonna’s flower garden immediately...run, girl.
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 11 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for immediately
Recent Examples of Synonyms for immediately
Adverb
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Their suffering, like Amalia’s, began promptly.—
Sarah Stillman,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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The French government, having learned the lesson of Lascaux, promptly closed them off from public view.—
Stephanie Bai,
The Atlantic,
12 Apr. 2026
Adverb
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Think soft layers that hold their shape after long flights, linen staples that instantly elevate a carry-on wardrobe, and under‑$50 basics that make getting dressed on the road feel effortless.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
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Wang said it could be held by hand, allowing grape pickers to instantly check ripeness before harvesting across the wine industry.—
Maureen Mackey , Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
11 Apr. 2026
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Dating back to his last start on Saturday, Suarez has now posted 14 consecutive scoreless innings.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
18 Apr. 2026
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These deals are only available while supplies last, so be sure to shop now.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2026
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City officials have not directly addressed the governor's claims but issued a statement saying Dallas remains committed to following the law.—
Robbie Owens,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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What to do nearby For a little adventure off-site, guests can book a variety of activities directly through the hotel.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Immediately.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immediately. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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